RTIH Catalyst Incubation Program Cohort 1
By Ratan Tata Innovation Hub (RTIH)
Check your eligibility
Sign up and we'll tell you whether your startup qualifies for this grant.
Quick Answer
Up to ₹30L for revenue-ready startups with early traction and POCs
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹30 Lakhs
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- Ratan Tata Innovation Hub (RTIH)
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Eligible stage
- Revenue
- Location
- Andhra Pradesh
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 7 April 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by Ratan Tata Innovation Hub (RTIH). Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this grant
The RTIH Catalyst Incubation Program is a structured growth initiative designed to support early-stage startups that have moved beyond ideation and possess validated prototypes or proof of concepts. The program is specifically tailored for startups that are already demonstrating early traction and are preparing to scale into revenue-generating ventures. By focusing on commercialization and capital readiness, the program aims to bridge the gap between product validation and market expansion.
Delivered over approximately four months in a hybrid format, the program combines virtual learning with in-person bootcamps आयोजित in Amaravati. Startups gain access to a comprehensive curriculum covering product-market fit, unit economics, go-to-market strategies, scaling frameworks, and founder mindset development. In addition, participants benefit from personalized one-on-one mentorship from experienced operators, domain experts, and investors, enabling them to refine both their business model and execution strategy.
A key component of the program is its emphasis on investment readiness. Startups receive dedicated support to sharpen their fundraising narrative, understand investor expectations, and prepare for engagement with angel investors. The program culminates in a Demo Day, where selected startups present to a curated network of investors, creating direct pathways to funding opportunities.
Selected startups may receive funding support of up to ₹30 lakhs, further enabling them to accelerate their growth trajectory. Beyond capital, the program provides access to RTIH’s broader innovation ecosystem, fostering connections with industry stakeholders, potential customers, and strategic partners
Eligibility
See if you're eligible
Full eligibility criteria — entity type, stage, sector, founder profile and registration requirements — plus your fit for this program. Sign up to view.
Grant providers
Ratan Tata Innovation Hub (RTIH) is the Government of Andhra Pradesh's statewide platform for innovation, incubation and entrepreneurship, set up under the state's Innovation & Startup Policy 2024–2029. Its central hub is at Mayuri Tech Park in Mangalagiri, in the Amaravati…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹30 Lakhs
- Fund type
- Grant
What You Get
Selected startups can receive grant funding of up to ₹30 lakh to push a validated prototype toward commercialization. The package is built around a roughly four-month hybrid incubation journey: virtual workshops covering product-market fit, unit economics, go-to-market, scaling, and founder mindset; 1:1 mentorship from operators, domain experts, and investors; and investor-readiness sessions that sharpen fundraising narrative and angel expectations. The cohort (40 startups) is capped and includes in-person bootcamps in Amaravati, culminating in a Demo Day where founders pitch to a curated network of angel investors. Participants also gain access to RTIH's innovation ecosystem, with connections to industry stakeholders, potential customers, and strategic partners.
How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
- 1
Draft your application
Answer the form inside the grant tracker — AI drafts each response using your past answers, so you're not starting from a blank page.
- 2
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
- 3
Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
